The international transmission of COVID-19 has likely turned your daily routine upside down.

When things feel uncertain you can take comfort in knowing your residence is your safe retreat. You’re likely spending more time there nowadays. Consequently your indoor air quality is now more important than ever.

Were you aware we can install indoor air quality products in your house that provide hospital-grade filtration? These options can eliminate bacteria from your air, as well as allergens, odors and volatile organic compounds (VOCs).

Today’s residences are tightly sealed, which is great for energy efficiency. But it also means your home’s air can be worse than the air outside. In fact, the EPA says it can be two to five times worse than outdoors. This could be troublesome since we spend about 90% of our time inside.

There are many factors that can cause poor indoor air quality, such as cleaning products and air fresheners. These can lead to headaches and irritate allergies and asthma.

There’s a combination of actions you can take to better your air quality. Some include upgraded air filters, an air purification system or an ultraviolet (UV) germicidal light.

Unsure which system is a good fit for your home? Our knowledgeable technicians can complete an indoor air quality audit. Based on the outcome, we can then advise you on the ideal option for your home’s distinctive needs.

Keep reading to discover more about the air quality products we offer.

Air Filtration

When comparing air filters, you should consider the MERV rating, or Minimum Efficiency Reporting Value. This measures how successfully it filters pollutants.

One of the most ordinary and lowest priced filters, flat fiberglass filters, are rated between 1 and 4 on the MERV register. Pleated filters are a little bit better, graded between 8 and 12.

We recommend upgrading to at minimum MERV 13, for example the HC13 Media Air Cleaner, for the most ideal results. This filter provides fresher air while limiting energy consumption.

High Efficiency Particulate Air (HEPA) filters are regarded as the benchmark in air filtration, as they’re usually used in hospitals. They’re effective at capturing 99.97–99.99% of indoor pollutants, like pollen, pet dander and smoke.

In advance of buying an upgraded filter, contact us at 763-276-0617. Our pros can help you select the most ideal option for your equipment.

Air Purification

Lennox offers some of the greatest air purification systems you can purchase. PureAir™ S and Healthy Climate™ PureAir Air Purification Systems provide hospital-grade filtration while managing all kinds of indoor air contaminants.

This powerful equipment can eliminate:

  • 99.9% of allergens, such as pollen, dust and pet dander.
  • 95% of bacteria-sized particles, like ones that cause strep throat.
  • 50% of VOCs and odors within 24 hours.

UV Germicidal Lights

A UV germicidal light is placed inside your heating and cooling unit. Its penetrating rays wipe out bacteria and mold within seconds.

If your family struggles with allergies or asthma, this system may provide relief. Especially if you live in a muggy area where bacteria and mold grow quickly.

This light also provides an extra advantage for your heating and cooling equipment. It can help it work for a longer period of time and heat and cool more efficiently, because it keeps the internal components clean.

Our air quality engineers advise using one of these lights with an enhanced filter, such as our Carbon Clean 16® Media Air Cleaner, for the greatest results. This filter offers industry-leading MERV 16 filtration plus carbon-coated fibers to trap particles in your house’s air. It does all of this without limiting your comfort unit’s airflow.

Whole-Home Humidifiers

Getting balanced humidity in your house could help keep your loved ones healthy when it’s cold. It can aid sore throats, itchy skin and cracked lips, amidst further cold weather bothers.

If you aren’t aware of what your house’s humidity percentage is, we’ll measure it while we do your indoor air quality audit. While the range changes based off of outdoor temperatures, HVAC professionals generally suggest keeping it between 40–60 percent.

You can reach this ideal range by using a whole-home humidifier. This system usually functions with your furnace or air handler to deliver optimum humidity throughout your house. Some units, like the Healthy Climate® Whole-Home Power Humidifier, have an incorporated fan to spread humidity during the time your heating unit isn’t on.

Turn to the Pros for Your Indoor Air Quality Requirements

At Home Comfort Heating & Air, we’re passionate about making your residence comfier. That’s why we offer Lennox air quality products, which are the most complete solution you can get.

We’re also more than merely your heating and cooling company. We’re concerned about the health of you and your household. That’s why our technicians are taking additional precautions when we visit your residence.

To discover more about our air quality products, get in touch with us at 763-276-0617 or contact us online. Our skilled staff can also answer any concerns you could have with a technician visiting your house at this time.

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*Based on in-duct testing that shows Healthy Climate® filters reduce airflow restriction. Greater restriction of airflow creates a greater load on a unit’s fan motor, increasing energy consumption.